Strategy & Operations - Manager (Scaled Operations)
About Traba
Traba is building the autonomous future of industrial staffing. We are a technology company reinventing how industrial businesses manage labor by developing fully autonomous, orchestrated multi-agent AI workflows to connect businesses with vetted workers to meet their staffing needs. Our mission is to build a world where the global supply chain operates at peak efficiency. We’re proud to be backed by some of the world’s best investors, including Founders Fund, Khosla Ventures, and General Catalyst.
About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on operator with a penchant for process improvement, strong analytical abilities, the ability to bring structure to new and often ambiguous workstreams, and to collaborate cross-functionally across operations, product, and engineering.
You will be driving Traba’s marketplace operations in real-time in a way that impacts Traba’s customers directly, every day and hour, and is a key differentiator in the industry. Additionally, you will own and continuously improve Traba’s support functions for both sides of the marketplace. Scaled Operations is a team of highly capable and motivated individuals that is online 24x7 and this role is expected to be their champion, the directly responsible individual who’ll ensure our marketplace runs smoothly, always. You will report to and work closely with the Head of Worker Operations, with steep growth potential to take on more responsibilities as you scale your impact.
Responsibilities
Operational Excellence: Own the optimization of live operations, business and worker support to ensure high levels of stakeholder satisfaction, retention, and growth opportunities while driving up operational and cost metrics
Data Analytics: Be knee deep in data, leveraging proficiency in SQL and other analytical tools along with the ability to extract insights from available data to inform process and product decisions
Subject Matter Expertise and Management: Lead a large team from the front by being in the day to day of our operations, developing expertise to be the escalation point for all work; grow into managing and coaching a large team distributed across the globe
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other Ops teams to consistently put in place scalable and efficient processes as Traba grows. Partner with product and engineering on solutions to enhance internal operations
Customer Obsession: Ensure that customer feedback, both internal and external, is captured and acted upon, improving Traba’s customer experience and driving revenue growth. You will be responsible for cost to serve, fill rate, marketplace support response & resolve times, and CSAT scores
What You’ll Need
Ops Expertise: 5+ years in operations, strategy, account management, or customer success, with at least 2 years in a hands-on executional role (non-consulting), ideally in a fast paced environment with a focus on process improvement and structure. Previous experience in tech, marketplace, or startup environments is a plus.
Grit and Strategy: Willingness to spend time in the weeds, roll up sleeves and work at the ground level daily, fill shifts with workers, solve support tickets, write queries and build dashboards with the team. Additionally, the ability to think tops down to strategically up-level efficiency, automation and drive down costs.
Analytical & Strategic Mindset: Ability to develop data-driven strategies and measure success against KPIs. Proficiency in SQL, Excel, BI software is a must.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and clearly convey complex ideas. Develop your own ideas and convert them into real-world processes.
Growth-Mindset: A passion for scaling businesses, building teams, and improving operational processes. Comfortable in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment where you’ll wear multiple hats and be very hands-on with gritty work.
Benefits
📈 Start-up equity
💰 Competitive Salary
🩺 100% Paid health, dental & vision coverage
🍽️ Dinner Provided via DoorDash, free DashPass & stocked kitchen for NY employees
🚍 Commuter benefit
🏋🏽 Gympass Benefit
✚✚ Additional: One Medical Membership, Gympass, HSA via Optum, Talkspace, HealthAdvocate, Teledoc Health
Salary Range Details
The compensation range for this position is set between $140,000 and $160,000, reflecting our market analysis and other relevant considerations. However, exceptions may be made for candidates with qualifications that significantly differ from those outlined in the job description. We also offer a highly competitive equity package designed to ensure you share meaningfully in the long-term success and upside of the business.
The position is based onsite in New York City, five days per week, giving you the opportunity to collaborate closely with a high-performing team in a fast-paced, energetic environment. Being in person supports real-time decision-making, stronger teamwork, and the kind of creative problem-solving that drives meaningful impact.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Traba is dedicated to promoting Equal Opportunity employment practices. We evaluate all applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristics that are legally protected by local, state, or federal regulations. We encourage applicants from a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets.
Our Values
Dream Big - We are on a path to change the world for the better. We create and communicate a bold direction that inspires a life-changing vision. We don’t sacrifice long-term value for short-term results.
Olympian’s Work Ethic - Changing the world never comes easy. We work harder, longer, and smarter, not just two out of three. We put everything we have on the field.
Growth Mindset - We confront the toughest challenges head-on and persevere. Sometimes we fail, but we brush ourselves off, adapt, learn, and push forward with resilience.
Customer Obsession - We go the extra mile for our workers and businesses. We remain focused on delivering high-quality products and services that solve these often overlooked communities’ problems.
What is light industrial labor?
Light industrial labor drives the efficiency of global supply chains, encompassing essential, entry-level roles in warehouses and distribution centers. These workers pack boxes, load trucks, and manage day-to-day operations that ensure goods move seamlessly to meet growing consumer and business demands. It’s a $200B+ global market and a critical part of keeping goods moving smoothly in today's economy.